A rare courtroom moment unfolded in Lahore when a family court ordered the immediate return of dowry items to a divorced woman. The unusual decision drew attention because the court inspected the articles inside the courtroom before handing them over.
Dowry Dispute Leads to On-Site Recovery in Family Court
The case began when Gul Zaib filed a petition seeking the return of her dowry items after her divorce. Judge Rukshana Ameen heard the matter and reviewed earlier recovery attempts. A bailiff had previously been sent to retrieve the items. However, the woman refused to accept them because she believed they were damaged beyond acceptable use.
Therefore, the court summoned the items again. Several pieces then appeared newly replaced when presented before the judge.
Court Reviews Items and Orders Partial Return
The court inspected each article inside the courtroom. Acceptable items were handed over to the woman on the spot. Conversely, damaged items were returned to the husband.
Additionally, the judge directed that the woman must receive compensation for the damaged articles. The couple had already finalized their divorce, yet the unresolved dowry dispute forced the woman to seek judicial relief.
Separate Incident: Kotri Man Steals Dowry Valuables
Meanwhile, another dowry-related incident surfaced in Kotri. Police arrested a man accused of stealing his friend’s sister’s dowry valuables. According to officials, the suspect, Ali Waris, used a duplicate key to enter the house located in Shedi Mohala. He then took jewellery and cash prepared for the girl’s dowry.
Police stated that the stolen valuables were worth Rs4 million. However, the culprit was arrested within 24 hours, and the case moved forward under standard legal procedures.
Dowry Cases Highlight Social and Legal Challenges
These two incidents underline the recurring issues surrounding dowry disputes. The Lahore court’s unusual inspection highlights the challenges women face during dowry recovery. Meanwhile, the Kotri case shows how dowry-related theft continues to affect families preparing for marriages.
As both matters progress, they shed light on the growing need for fair resolution mechanisms that protect women’s rights and address dowry-related crimes effectively.
